A hostile work environment is caused by actions of an employer or employee that interfere with an employee’s ability to do their job. When the term is used in the United States, it is generally connected to specific laws that have been broken. Understanding what makes a work environment hostile can help employers to nip […]
There’s a reason that well over half of all small businesses and nearly all larger ones use a human resource information system (HRIS) of some kind. Few things can benefit your organization quite like a HRIS. While most smaller organizations rely solely on payroll solutions, there are a wide range of other HR functions that […]
You know the drill—the open enrollment package arrives, you go online to sign up for benefits, and your new insurance card shows up a few weeks later. Seems simple, right? A wave of the magical HR wand and everything is done. Sorry folks, but the “easy button” doesn’t exist for the HR and Benefits professional. […]
Employee evaluations, often referred to as performance reviews, are a standard HR practice but also one of the most dreaded activities for both employees and employers. Many organizations see them as a “necessary evil,” with worksheets and rating scales that feel more like chores than growth opportunities. Yet when done thoughtfully, evaluations can become an […]
In today’s workplace, gamification is more than just a buzzword—it’s an emerging trend that could transform the way companies manage HR processes. While many organizations have heard the term, few truly understand its potential or how to integrate it effectively into their Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS). When applied thoughtfully, gamification can drive employee engagement, […]
Journal of Personality and Social Psychology after a research study in 2013, found that men don’t feel great about themselves, when their wives or girlfriends get successful, with their self-esteem dipping rather than feeling happy about their partners accomplishments. This research found evidence that men automatically interpret a partner’s success as their own failure, even […]
Let’s face it—there’s no perfect job in this world, but if I had to pick one that consistently ranks as stressful, payroll would be right up there. Payroll professionals have one of the most critical responsibilities in any organization: making sure employees get paid correctly and on time. In HR, we focus on attracting, developing, […]
An inspired workplace is a goal for many organizations—and for good reason. Employees who feel motivated and energized bring fresh ideas, improve processes, and help drive the growth and innovation of a company. Likewise, inspired managers find creative ways to motivate their teams, fostering a culture where everyone strives to do their best. Yet, the […]
Digital transformation is the process of converting a business’s systems over to a digital format. Digital transformation is quickly changing from a nice option that can give companies a competitive advantage to an out-and-out necessity that makes it possible for businesses to meet expectations and capture the attention of consumers. When businesses fail to embrace […]
